AEL Limassol shows significant performance improvement in current season

AEL Limassol has experienced a notable transformation under manager Hugo Martins during the 2026 season. After nine matches, the team currently holds 18 points and shares second place in the league table, trailing leaders AEK Larnaca by only two points. This marks a significant recovery from the previous season, where the team occupied eighth place with only 10 points at the same stage. AEL’s current record consists of six wins and three losses, with the team remaining determined to secure victories rather than accepting draws.

The improvement is particularly impressive given the team's difficult start, which included a heavy 6-0 defeat against APOEL during the second matchday. Despite ongoing challenges with recurring player injuries, AEL has demonstrated the resilience required to contend for top positions. Key players such as Mounge and Paroutis are noted as showing improved performance. The club is currently focusing on its training cycle as it prepares for upcoming fixtures, while management is reportedly working to secure the future of key players like Singh.